Northwood Sch. ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MO
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwood Sch. ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students (17-18)
2 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Northwood Sch. ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Asian
(17-18)n/a
2%
Hispanic
(17-18)n/a
6%
Black
(17-18)100%
16%
White
(17-18)n/a
72%
Hawaiian
(17-18)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(17-18)n/a
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch (07-08)
23%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood Sch.'s ranking?
Northwood Sch. is ranked #505 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Northwood Sch.?
2 students attend Northwood Sch..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northwood Sch. students are Black.
What grades does Northwood Sch. offer ?
Northwood Sch. offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Northwood Sch. part of?
Northwood Sch. is part of Raytown C-2 School District.
In what neighborhood is Northwood Sch. located?
Northwood Sch. is located in the East Side neighborhood of Kansas City, MO. There are 14 other public schools located in East Side.
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